Newgate Health April 2023 Edition

HEALTH

IN THIS MONTH’S EDITION

HOLY MONTH: RAMADAN

THE HEALTH DIARIES

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT PLANT BASED DIETS AND THEIR BENEFITS FOR THE ENVIRONMENT

ALSO INCLUDED IN THIS EDITION

LATEST HEALTH NEWS

SPRING IS COMING: HOW TO LOOK OUT FOR ALLERGIES SPIKING? HOW ARE USING THE METAVERSE IN THE HEALTHCARE SYSTEM? HOW IS THE TECH-BASED LIFESTYLE AFFECTING THE GEN Z?

AND A LOT MORE!

Dear Readers,

Welcome to the April edition of Newgate Health - the monthly magazine that brings you the latest news in the health and wellness world. Our previous issues were a success and we are happy to be back this month with new and interesting content to share with health and wellness enthusiasts.

For this April 2023 edition, the Newgate team has workedhard to bring you the most original and interesting articles on everything health and wellness, including everything you need to know about allergies and how to prevent them from spiking, as well as an insight on the holy month of ramadan. You’ll find a range of topics that will hopefully motivate you to hop on the health train with us!

In this edition, we also want to give you insights on how the metaverse and new technologies are being used to further develop the healthcare system, and how the tech-oriented lifestyle is affecting the Gen Z in addition to our monthly health and wellness news update.

As always, we thank all our readers for their interest and valuable feedback, and we look forward to your continuous engagement with our magazine. If you enjoy this magazine, feel free to share it with your friends and colleagues, and any feedback is always welcome.

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HOLY MONTH: RAMADAN

Health benefits of fasting

Following are the health benefits of fasting during

It helps in healthier blood pressure

Blood pressure can be kept at a healthier level by fasting. According to studies, fasting can help reduce blood pressure. It thus lowers the possibility of acquiring heart disease.

It helps maintain cholesterol level

Heart disease may develop as a result of high cholesterol levels. Atherosclerosis, a condition where the arteries narrow and blood flow to the heart muscles is restricted, can result from high blood cholesterol levels because it can build up in the artery walls - heart disease develops as a result of this. Fasting lowers cholesterol levels and keeps them at healthy levels. As a result, there is a less chance of developing heart

High blood sugar levels in diabetes result due to the development of heart disease. The body uses the glycogen, or stored sugar, in the liver during the fasting period. The body can take up to 8 hours to use this sugar that has been stored. As a result, both the risk of developing heart disease and blood sugar levels are

function and cognition. It lessens

Do not feel guilty about eating or scheduling meetings. Those who including your friends, coworkers, to

THE HEALTH DIARIES

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT PLANT BASED DIETS AND THEIR BENEFITS FOR THE ENVIRONMENT.

So avoiding meat alone is insufficient. Avoid processed foods, such as white rice and white bread, which have a high glycemic index and lack nutritional value for heart health when following a plant-based diet. Your chances of experiencing a blood sugar spike and an increase in appetite increase as a result. Similar to this, whole fruits are better for you than fruit juice, especially 100% juice, which frequently loses vitamins and nutrients during processing and has a lot of sugar..

Reduces chance of dementia and mental disability

Several studies have demonstrated beneficial effects of plant-based diets on cholesterol levels, particularly a vegetarian or vegan diet mixed with nuts, soy, and fiber. Lower blood levels of TC and LDL cholesterol were observed in people eating plant-based diets, according to five observational studies mentioned in a 2009 article in the American Journal of Cardiology.

It really is beneficial for you

According to a 2017 study that appeared in Frontiers in Aging

Neuroscience, there is a direct link between consuming lots of fruit and vegetables and a much lower risk of

The quality of your sleep depends on

SPRING IS COMING: HOW TO LOOK OUT FOR ALLERGIES SPIKING?

Spring is beautiful. When the temperature begins to climb and everything is in bloom, it's a great time of year. Seasonal allergies, however, are also at their peak during this time of year, and many people experience runny noses, itchy eyes, and persistent sneezing. The length of your allergy symptoms during the summer may depend on what you are sensitive to. This is so because common triggers include trees, grass, molds, and ragweed.

Fortunately, there are things you can do—from taking medicine to changing your daily routine—to prevent spring allergies.

Causes for spring allergies

Pollen is the main cause of spring allergies. These minute grains are dispersed into the air by weeds, grasses, and trees to fertilize other plants. When an allergic individual is exposed to pollen, their body's defenses go haywire.

By incorrectly interpreting the pollen as a danger, the immune system generates antibodies that target the allergens. This causes the blood to release histamines, which cause symptoms like runny nose, itchy eyes, and other things.

Pollen is released into the atmosphere as plants begin to blossom. Here are some typical outdoor and indoor causes.

Trees: Depending on the environment, trees begin their annual pollination between January and April. Alder, Ash, Aspen, Beech, Box Elder, Cedar, Cottonwood, Cypress, Elm, Hickory, Juniper, Maple, Mulberry, Oak, Olive, Palm, Pine, Poplar, Sycamore, and Willow are among the common trees that trigger spring allergies.

Grass: Grass pollen is strongest during the late spring and early summer months. No matter where you live, if you have a grass allergy, you will probably still have the issue. Spring allergies are frequently brought on by the following trees: Timothy, Bermuda, Fescue, Johnson, June, Orchard, Perennial Rye, Redtop, and Saltgrass.

Flowers: While it is a prevalent misconception that pollination occurs as spring flowers blossom, this is not true. While it's true that flowers can trigger allergy symptoms when inhaled closely, insects—not the wind.

● Pet Dander: It's normal to be allergic to pet dander. As it gets warmer outside, many pets start to molt their winter coats. Due to an increase in danger as a result of this, allergy symptoms worsen.

● Dust Mites: Dust mites exist year-round, however if you participate in spring cleaning, you may notice an increase in symptoms around this time.

Prevention and treatment

Here are some suggestions and remedies to ease seasonal allergy symptoms this spring. Schedule a medical appointment: The severity of allergy symptoms rises yearly. The sustainability of the global ecosystem, temperature, and changes brought on by humans all play a role in this upward tendency. You'll be more equipped to manage and relieve your symptoms before they appear if you schedule a consultation with your allergist in January or February.

Take Your Allergy Medicine: You should take your allergy medicine well in advance of the first Start your treatment two weeks before your symptoms usually appear. Immunotherapy, sometimes referred to as allergy shots, can stop the disease from progressing even though there is no cure for typical spring allergies.

USING THE METAVERSE IN THE HEALTHCARE SECTOR

The metaverse can help people develop healthy habits by allowing them to talk to their peers about their food and exercise routine to ensure that they are also living a healthy lifestyle. Also, patients can contrast their vital signs and other data with people who share their conditions. It can provide them insight into how they are doing and connect them with people who have already received the treatments they are considering.

The epidemic caused an increase in psychological disorders such as anxiety, addiction, and depression. Furthermore, patients' forced isolation made conditions like bipolar disorder and schizophrenia worse. The metaverse can be helpful for counseling patients with mental disorders and promoting follow-ups. Patients who struggle with psychosis, hallucinations, and anxiety disorders may find relief by using the metaverse, which can provide

Virtual therapeutics

Extended reality technologies are being used in new virtual therapies to assist patients with pain management, neurological problems, mental health, and physical wellness. BehaVR uses an evidence-based platform to immerse patients in virtual worlds while providing them with tools and lifetime coping mechanisms that help them deal with stress, anxiety, and

Final thoughts

The metaverse is now, and it provides an ideal environment for healthcare innovation. Healthcare businesses can begin making strategic investments right away because they have advanced notice of impending changes. It's time to enter the metaverse for the first time in order to take advantage of this chance to enhance outcomes, access, and experiences for years to come.

HOW IS THE TECH-BASED LIFESTYLE AFFECTING THE GEN-Z?

This is a question you should all ask yourself: what will be your contribution to the future of society as a youth using modern technology?

Technology allows you to investigate as many things as you choose. The impact of technology has grown dramatically over the previous few decades and can be seen in almost every aspect of life.

How has information technology influenced Gen Z and become ingrained in our culture? Technology is making people's life more enjoyable and convenient, particularly for the younger generation. Technology has a significant effect on youth life nowadays.

How the tech-based lifestyle is affecting the Gen Z

● Today's youth are heavily influenced by technology. Modern technology has increased the productivity of the youth, which is a very beneficial feature; nevertheless, excessive use of modern technology is making them less capable of working sensibly and efficiently.

● Modern technology devices have saved us considerable time by automating numerous manual jobs, but technology has also made the younger generation lazy.

● Modern technology has improved communication but has had a negative impact on social and interpersonal skills.

● The latest pertinent information available on the internet has kept the younger generation up to date on world events, however not all of the information available on the internet is good for our youth; it may be distracting at times.

● Excessive social media use has reduced book reading.

● The use of modern technology has boosted social networking, but it has also raised the proportion of cyberbullying.

● The use of modern technology affects the younger generation's inventiveness while also distracting their thoughts.

● Technology has enabled our youth to experiment and learn new things on their own. Youths are now learning on their own. They are now problem solvers as a result of their efficient learning process.

Because of technology, our things in order to engage in other activities as a result of with everything they desire, their demands through the attempt to remain isolated, positive and negative consequences of is themselves with the fastest and fastest required because we never know what impact new technology will have on us.

INTERESTING

Warnings against 'reckless' weight loss surgery abroad

Seven British patients who travelled to Turkey for weight loss surgery died after operations there, a BBC investigation into the trend has found.

Others have returned home with serious health issues after having had gastric sleeve operations, during which more than 70% of the stomach is removed. The operations, used to treat morbid obesity, are carried out in the UK.

But, because it can take years to get one through the NHS, some people are looking abroad for treatment. Social media advertising has helped fuel interest in travelling overseas for weight loss surgery in recent years.

Read more on BBC

Tess Holliday has condemned Gwyneth Paltrow’s day-to-day diet, which involves an “intermittent fast” between 7pm and 12pm and eating bone broth for lunch.

Read more on The Independent

Dentists: 'Some children in Norfolk have never seen a toothbrush'

A dentist who visits schools to check children's dental health has said some six-year-olds "have never seen a toothbrush".

Stuart McCance is part of a voluntary project working with more than 800 pupils in Norfolk and Waveney.

No dental practice in the area is registering children as new NHS patients.

NHS East of England said it was working hard with dental practices to improve access to services.

Read more on BBC

scored high on surveys measuring openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and emotional stability tended to report greater overall work, social, and life satisfaction.

Furthermore, the team noted that the link between these personality traits and life satisfaction was stable across the lifespan.

These personality traits are known collectively as the Big Five.

Read more on Fox News

remained under severe pressure yesterday (13 March), and, while we are prioritising urgent and critical care, it’s important to remember that GP surgeries and pharmacies are largely unaffected and that 111 online can help with many non-urgent needs.

“Some hospitals even saw their busiest Monday of the year so far for A&E attendance as the strike got underway yesterday, which presents a major challenge as our staff continue to do all they can to mitigate the impact of the industrial action for patients.

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Fungal Infection: Why Cases of Candida Auris Are Increasing

Health officials are expressing concerns over the recent increase in cases of a fungal infection known as Candida auris. They say there is particular concern because C. auris is becoming resistant to a number of drugs.

Read more on Healthline

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